2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Lexus RX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (271 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus RX (340 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2008 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Freelander | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
